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District Meeting
Tomorrow our post will be hosting the District 2 meeting @ 11am. Lunch will be provided to members who attend. Hope to see you there.
Regards,
Commander Sullivan
Veteran’s Day Dinner at Rainer Post #2289
Nov. 11th 2012,
Hosted by the Ladies Auxiliary. Free to all who attend.
6038 S Pilgrim St Seattle, WA 98118
Veterans Day Free Meals 2012
Applebee’s – Sunday, November 11, 2012 to get your Veterans day free meal. You’ll be able to choose a meal from a limited Veteran’s Day menu that includes steak, cheeseburgers, chicken tenders, salad, pasta, chicken, and shrimp. You can see the complete menu by using the link above. This deal is dine-in only and beverages and gratuity are not included.
You’ll need to bring in one proof of military service such as a U.S. Uniform Service ID card, U.S. Uniform Services Retired ID card, current Leave and Earnings statement, photograph in uniform, be wearing your uniform, a veterans organization card such as American Legion or VFW, or a DD214.
Olive Garden is having a Veterans Day free meal for all veterans and those on active duty on Sunday, November 11, 2012.
Veterans can choose from Seafood Alfredo, Chicken Parmigiana, Unlimited Soup, Salad, & Bread sticks, Grilled Sausage & Peppers Rustica, Cheese Ravioli, or Spaghetti with Meat Sauce. All these entrees come with freshly baked garlic breadsticks and choice of soup or salad.
Veterans and active military members can get this Veterans Day free meal by showing proof of military service.
Chili’s – Sunday, November 11, 2012, to get your Veterans Day free meal if you are a veteran or on active military duty. You’ll get to choose between these free meals, valid on dine in only:
- OldTimer with Cheese
- Chicken Crispers
- Margarita Chicken
- Classic Turkey Sandwich (Full)
- Lighter Choices Grilled Chicken Salad
- Soup & Salad (this does not include the Bottomless Express Lunch)
- Cajun Chicken Pasta
- Chicken Bacon Ranch Quesadilla
There’s also a reduced cost ($5) for any dessert.
You’ll need to show proof of military service to get your Veterans Day free meal – a U.S. Uniform Services ID Card, a U.S. Uniform Services Retired ID Card, a Current Leave and Earnings Statement, Veterans Organization Card, a DD214, a photograph in uniform, or wear your uniform.
Famous Dave’s will be giving out free meals for Veterans Day on Sunday, November 11, 2012 at some locations.
The Veterans Day free meals at Famous Dave’s can range any where from a free two meat salute to a 25% off discount. Use the link above to find out if your location is offering a free meal or a discount.
Krispy Kreme – Veterans can start their Veteran’s Day off with a free breakfast at Krispy Kreme that includes a doughnut and a small coffee.
Red Lobster – Veterans and active duty military can stop by Red Lobster and get a free appetizer on Sunday, November 11, 2012.
They get to choose from Buffalo Chicken Bites, Southwest Chicken Pizza, Sweet Chili Shrimp, Cris Calamari & Vegetables, Lobster Artichoke Dip, Lobster Pizza, Lobster-Stuffed Mushrooms, Parrot Island Coconut Shrimp, or Wood-Grilled Shrimp Bruschetta.
BJ’s – You can stop by your local BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse on Monday, November 11, 2012 to get a Veterans Day free meal.
Veterans and those on active military duty will be able to get a free lunch entree or a one-topping mini or individual pizza.
Hooters – Stop by a participating Hooters anytime on Sunday, November 11, 2012 and get a Veterans Day free meal. You’ll get 10 free boneless wings. A drink purchase is required.
You’ll need to bring in a military ID or proof of military service. Dine in only.
McCormick & Schmick’s – You can stop into a participating McCormick & Schmick’s on Sunday, November 11, 2012 to get your Veterans Day free meal. Your free lunch or dinner entree will be from a limited menu and reservations are recommended.
Bring in a form of identification such as your VA card, VFW card, American Legion card, discharge papers, DD214, or other veteran’s ID.
Denny’s – Stop by Denny’s on Monday, November 12, 2012 and all active, non-active, and retired military personnel can get free all you can eat pancakes from 6:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
T.G.I. Friday’s will be having free lunch for all veterans on Monday, November 12, 2012 from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at participating locations. Be sure to contact your local T.G.I Friday’s for details.
Bring in proof of military service (U.S. Uniforms Services ID Card, U.S. Uniform Services Retired ID Card, a Current Leave and Earnings Statement, Veterans Organization Card, a DD214, a photograph in uniform, or wear your uniform) and you’ll be able to choose any item off the lunch menu for free.
Outback – Stop into any Outback Steakhouse on November 11-12, 2012 to get a free Bloomin’ Onion and Coca-Cola product. This offer is for veterans as well as active duty military.
You’ll need to bring in one ID such as a U.S. Uniform Services ID card, U.S. Uniform Services Retired ID card, current Leave and Earnings statement, DD form 214, a veterans organization card, a photograph of you in uniform, or you can wear your uniform to get your free Veterans Day meal.
Outback Steakhouse is also giving out a military discount of 10% off the total check November 13 to December 31, 2012.
There are more great offers for Vets. Click here to find more.
November Post Meeting
HI All,
Tuesday at 7:30pm is our monthly meeting. We will discuss poppies, the district meeting, and the Christmas party to name a few. Also we have a few entries for the Patriots Pen to review as well.
Hope to see you there.
Regards,
Commander Sullivan
Pete Ronnie Memorial Service 12/1
Past Dist Commander 2004-2005 and Past Post Member Pete Ronnie passed away Wednesday Morning at home.
He was with his sister Phyllis and brother Sam and Gary last evening. Pete’s health has been failing and he was told on Monday that he had stage 4 lung cancer.
Memorial service for Peter Ronnie will be held on December 1, 2012, 2:00 pm, at Rainier VFW #2289 Post Home.
Address is 6038 S. Pilgrim St., Seattle (Rainier Beach District)
Please do not send mail to Pete’s address. Use Sam’s PO Box 81141, Seattle, WA 98108.
Thank you, Lois
President Rainier Auxiliary #2289
and Commander Sam Ronnie
Humana Veterans Inititive and the VFW
LOUISVILLE, Ky.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM), one of the nation’s leading health and well-being companies, has entered into an exclusive agreement with Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW), the nation’s largest organization of war veterans as well as the oldest major veterans’ organization in the U.S. As part of this agreement, Humana becomes the exclusive national Medicare Advantage (MA) plan carrier for VFW.
“Veterans’ health and wellness concerns continue to remain a top priority for VFW”
Humana can now market MA health plans to the organization’s 700,000+ members and their spouses who are eligible for Medicare, and provide guidance for those who will be aging into Medicare.
“Humana has long been dedicated to providing high quality health care coverage to our nation’s veterans,” said Tim McClain, President of Government and Other Businesses for Humana. “Our agreement with VFW is yet another step in furthering our commitment to providing veterans with the tools, information and support they need to achieve lifelong well-being. We understand the unique needs of the veteran community and our 25-plus years of experience with Medicare programs will enable us to help many senior or disabled VFW members and their spouses.”
“Veterans’ health and wellness concerns continue to remain a top priority for VFW,” said Bob Greene, VFW Quartermaster General. “Through this agreement with Humana we will be able to make quality health care more accessible and affordable to our valued members.”
As part of the agreement Humana will offer numerous services to VFW members, which will provide better access to health information. These will include:
Hosting Medicare seminars during the upcoming Medicare Annual Election Period (Oct. 15 through Dec. 7).
Conducting educational seminars throughout the year to inform VFW members of all their Medicare options.
Providing VFW members with Humana’s unique access to Medicare Advantage information and enrollment capabilities by incorporating web-based tools, in-home appointments, call centers, educational seminars, and self-enrollment.
Humana Veterans efforts span a variety of initiatives that support veterans, including:
Making significant progress on its pledge to hire 1,000 military veterans and/or their spouses by late 2014. Humana has hired approximately 800-plus veterans and/or their spouses since August of 2011.
Building a partnership with the MilSpouse eMentor program, which provides advice and support to military families through mentor relationships.
Donating $1 million to the Entrepreneurship Bootcamp for Veterans with Disabilities, a national program that offers cutting-edge training in entrepreneurship and small-business management at no cost to post-9/11 veterans.
About Humana Veterans
Humana Veterans, headquartered in Louisville, Kentucky, is a subsidiary of Humana Inc. The company was formed in 2007 to develop solutions to veterans’ health care issues. It provides an organizational structure that is flexible, agile and responsive to the emerging requirements of the Department of Veteran Affairs (VA) and the veterans who rely on VA services.
About Humana
Humana Inc., headquartered in Louisville, Ky., is a leading health care company that offers a wide range of insurance products and health and wellness services that incorporate an integrated approach to lifelong well-being. By leveraging the strengths of its core businesses, Humana believes it can better explore opportunities for existing and emerging adjacencies in health care that can further enhance wellness opportunities for the millions of people across the nation with whom the company has relationships.
More information regarding Humana is available to investors via the Investor Relations page of the company’s web site at www.humana.com, including copies of:
Annual reports to stockholders
Securities and Exchange Commission filings
Most recent investor conference presentations
Quarterly earnings news releases
Replays of most recent earnings release conference calls
Calendar of events (including upcoming earnings conference call dates and times, as well as planned interaction with research analysts and institutional investors)
Corporate Governance information
Contacts
Humana Corporate Communications
Alex Kepnes, 502-580-2990
akepnes@humana.com
Dana Walker
1SG, USA, Retired
Regional Manager Region 6 | Veterans Initiative
AK, AZ, CA, HI, ID, NV, OR, UT and WA
Job Openings
Puget Sound Naval Shipyard & Intermediate Maintenance
What: Facility Helper Trainee (Various Trades)
When: October 31st – November 2nd TIME SENSITIVE
Where: Bremerton
Important Information:
- Go to https://www.usajobs.gov/
- Create a USAJOBS account and resume (tip: use the “build” option to create a resume with all required information), and upload your veterans information (DD-214 and SF-15) if applicable.
- Search for the announcement by entering:
Helper in the “What” block, and
Bremerton in the “Where” block - Be sure to read the announcement carefully, submit a complete resume, and follow the on-line instructions to complete the occupational questionaire in Application Manager.
If you need assistance with the application process you can contact the Department of Navy Employment Information Center (DONEIC) at 1-800-378-4559
Everett WorkSource Event
County: Snohomish
What: Military Sealift Command Position
When: November 1st from 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Where: WorkSource Everett, 3201 Smith Avenue, Suite 315, Everett, WA
Important Information:
Do More. Be More. With MSC. Your experience may qualify you for a seagoing career with Military Sealift Command as a Civilian Mariner. Military Sealift Command (MSC) transports equipment and supplies to U.S. Forces worldwide.
MSC is seeking to fill several vacant Civilian Mariner (CIVMAR) positions in the upcoming months. Our seagoing positions offer CIVMARS on-the-job training, career advancement opportunities, steady pay and Federal benefits. CIVMARS work in state-of-the-art environments with excellent living accommodations.
To find out if you have the skills and experience to fill one of our Deck or Engine positions, or to learn more about our seagoing career opportunities, please visit our event.
Resume Building & Workshops
Puyallup Public Library-Job Help
County: Pierce
What: Resume, cover letters, and using social media for job search.
When: November 1st
Using Social Media for Job Search
12:30pm to 2:30pm, North Meeting Room
Targeted Resumes and Cover Letters
3:30 am to 5:30 pm, 2nd Floor Computer Lab
Where: Puyallup Public Library, 324 S. Meridian, Puyallup, WA 98371
Important Information:
The new approach to job search has to reflect advances in current technology. Social media is the newest, and sometimes necessary, tool to getting a new job. This class shares ideas on using this powerful tool to your advantage.
A targeted resume is tailored to a particular job you’re applying for. Learn how to customize your ‘standard’ resume and cover letter to the specific job skills, abilities, and qualifications the employer is seeking. For maximum benefit to you, please bring a hard copy of your resume and a job posting/description for a job you’re interested in applying for. Basic computer literacy is a prerequisite for attending this class.
NOTE: If you are receiving Unemployment Benefits – this workshop counts as an Approved WorkSource Activity on your job search log for this week. For information about additional resources and classes visit the Library’s website at http://www.cityofpuyallup.org/library/page.php?id=184
For more information contact Elizabeth Laukea at 253.770.3329
55 and Older Job Assistance Coach
County: King
What: 55 and Older Job Assistance Coach
When: N/A
Where: 810 3rd Ave, Suite 350, Seattle, WA – Suite 350
Important Information: If you are a veteran, 55 year old or older and in need of help finding a job or figuring out what you want to do, how to get training, or who you need to talk to – contact Paul Valenti at paul.valenti@seattle.gov.
Where the Jobs Are…. Not a job Fair, but a workshop to help Veterans get into the job game! Mark your calendars now for 3 November
West Seattle/, November 3, 2012, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
If you are a veteran or an adult aged 40 plus, and you are seeking information about really good jobs that need qualified workers, jobs that will continue to grow in need of skilled qualified workers, plan on attending the Occupational Resource Fair on the South Seattle Community College campus on the morning of Saturday, November third.
This event is planned by two members of the Rotary Club of West Seattle Vocational Committee and two South Seattle Community College (SSCC) staff members from WorkForce and WorkSource offices.
“We want to provide a one stop shop for veterans and mature adults wanting assistance in developing their individual career plans”, says Cathy Rouyer, Rotarian. “This is not a job fair but a time to hear and receive information from experts about what jobs will provide a career now and into the future, “ adds Jan Secor, Rotarian.
The occupational fields highlighted at this event are Manufacturing and Industry,
Business Information Technology, and Health. These are the three fields of growth determined by the most recent data analysis and report from the Washington Department of Employment Security Data.
“Veterans and mature adults wanting to restart their lives and careers with occupations that offer good pay and benefits and demand for qualified employees now and into the future may find what they are looking for at this event, “ according to Jan Secor and Cathy Rouyer.
This event is free but space is limited. Doors will open at 8:30AM on Nov. 3
Rotary members, as volunteers, conduct projects to address today’s humanitarian challenges, including illiteracy, disease, hunger, poverty, lack of clean water, and environmental concerns while encouraging high standards in all vocations. Rotary members strive to build goodwill and peace, and provide humanitarian service in their communities and throughout the world.
The Rotary Club of West Seattle utilizes five avenues of service: Club, Vocational, International, New Generations and Community to connect with the community. They are pleased to give back to the community in many ways. If readers are interested in Rotary, and or would like to contribute to the Foundation, visit the website to learn more.
For more information about the event contact Dave Nichols, Publicity Chair of the Rotary Club of West Seattle, P: 206-391-5017 or email at dave@disasterdave.com
Veteran’s Job Fairs
Vet Connect-Networking event to connect Hiring Managers and Veterans
County: King
What: Veteran Job Fair
When: November 7th, 6:00-8:30p.m.
Where: The Maritime Event Center at Bell Harbor Conference Center, 2211 Alaskan Way, Seattle, WA 98121
Important Information: To register for this event visit http://tinyurl.com/SHRMvetconnect
Highline Community College Job Fair
County: King
What: Highline Community College Job Fair
When: November 7th, 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
Where: Highline Community College, Building 8, 1st floor, 2400 S. 240th St.,
Des Moines, WA 98198
Important Information: Free to job seekers! Start the morning off meeting with various employers looking to hire fulltime, part time, and temporary workers.
Bring copies of your resume, dress to impress, and be prepared to speak with recruiters about your education, skills and career goals. A list of registered employers is available online at:http://studentemployment.highline.edu/jobfair.php
Parking is free, but limited. Carpooling and use of local park-n-rides and transit strongly recommended. Highline Community College is located along the Metro Express A line. If you have any questions contact Contact: Student Employment 206-592-3350 for more information
Seattle Veteran Job Fair
County: King
What: Veteran Job Fair
When: November 8th, 11:00-3:00 p.m.
Where: 1250 1st Avenue South
Seattle, WA 98134
Important Information: To register for this event visit http://tinyurl.com/nov8veteranjobfair
VFW Post 2713 | Farwell-Roosevelt 